New Orleans Pelicans guard Eric Gordon underwent a minor procedure last week to correct bone spurs in left ankle, a problem that he told The Times Picayune he played through since the February All-Star break.

On Friday, the Pelicans announced that Gordon underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove scar tissue from his left ankle, a procedure that should alleviate pain Gordon played through for the second half of the season. Gordon's points didn't see an extreme dip after the All-Star break, as he averaged 16.4 points beforehand and 17.4 afterward, but his defense worsened and his 3-point shooting took a dive.

New Orleans Pelicans guard Eric Gordon played through bone spurs in his left ankle. He recently had a procedure to remove scar tissue. (AP Photo)

"My ankle bothered me everyday, even on days when I wasn't active," Gordon said Tuesday, responding to an email from The Times Picayune. "I had a minor procedure done, because I have been dealing with bone spurs since the all-star break. I wanted to get the surgery done now so I can go into training camp at 100 percent healthy and be in top shape."

Gordon has faced injury troubles entering the season in recent years, spending the start of last season out with a right knee injury. He returned after missing 29 games and ended the season with 42 games played and averages of 17.0 points and 3.3 assists. While the production was there, Gordon struggled through much of the season and had a public spat with Pelicans coach Monty Williams.

Last year's injury-filled season followed a 2011-12 in which Gordon played only nine games, after he underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee.

Although he plans to be present at some of the Pelicans' voluntary workouts, Gordon will handle most of his rehabilitation in Los Angeles.